🇩🇪 ➔ 🇪🇸Germany to Spain Calling Guide

How to Call
Spain from Germany

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Dialing Instructions
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Step-by-Step: Calling Spain from Germany

Spain uses a "closed" dialing plan, meaning you always dial the full 9-digit number, including the area code.

1

German Exit Code

Dial 00 to exit Germany.
(Or just use + on mobile/VoIP)

2

Spain Code (+34)

Dial 34. This connects you to the Spanish network.

3

9-Digit Number

Dial the full Spanish number.
Landlines start with 9 or 8.
Mobiles start with 6 or 7.

Dialing Examples

Calling from Berlin to Madrid or Barcelona:

Landline (Madrid)
+34 91 123 45 67
Mobile (Movistar/Orange)
+34 600 123 456

Spanish Area Codes

In Spain, the area code is part of the number. You always dial it, even locally.

CityRegionStarts With
MadridCommunity of Madrid91
BarcelonaCatalonia93
ValenciaValencian Community96
SevilleAndalusia95
MalagaAndalusia95
CityRegionStarts With
BilbaoBasque Country94
AlicanteValencian Community96
ZaragozaAragon976
Palma de MallorcaBalearic Islands971
Las PalmasCanary Islands928

Cheap Calls from Germany to Spain

Even with EU roaming regulations, calling from Germany to Spain (international call) is often not included in standard flat rates and can cost extra. StartACall ensures you pay the lowest possible rate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the country code for Spain?

The country code is +34. From Germany, dial 0034 followed by the 9-digit Spanish number.

Do I need to dial an area code in Spain?

Yes, Spain uses a closed numbering plan. The area code (like 91 for Madrid) is included in the 9-digit number and must always be dialed.

How do I call a Spanish mobile?

Spanish mobile numbers start with 6 or 7. Dial +34 followed by the 9-digit mobile number.

Is calling Spain free from Germany?

Not usually. While roaming IN Spain is regulated by the EU, calling FROM Germany TO Spain is considered an international call and is often charged extra by German carriers. StartACall offers a cheaper alternative.

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Country deep dive

From Germany to Spain

Practical reference covering the destination country's dial code, time zone, mobile carriers, city area codes, business etiquette, and any regulatory rules that affect inbound calls. The information below is specific to this route — different country pairs surface different operational details.

Calling Spain (+34)

Spain sits in CET (UTC+1) / CEST (UTC+2). Canary Islands run one hour behind mainland Spain (WET/WEST).. The country dial code is +34 and the official language for business is Spanish (Castilian); regional co-officials: Catalan, Galician, Basque, Valencian. Local business hours run roughly 10:00–14:00 and 17:00–20:00 in many regions — the siesta-shifted afternoon is real in Andalusia, Murcia and inland Spain. Madrid and Barcelona offices often run 9:00–18:00 with a one-hour lunch instead. — and the practical answering window is Wednesday and Thursday mornings 10:30–12:30 are the best B2B answering windows. Friday afternoons see early closures, especially in summer ('jornada intensiva')..

Major cities & area codes

  • Madrid · 91
  • Barcelona · 93
  • Valencia · 96
  • Seville · 95

Mobile carriers in Spain

  • Movistar (Telefónica) · 6, 7 mobilesLargest carrier; rural coverage strongest
  • Vodafone España · 6, 7 mobiles
  • Orange España · 6, 7 mobiles

What to know when calling Spain

  • Long lunches (2 hours) remain normal outside Madrid/Barcelona; calling between 14:00–16:00 in cities like Seville or Granada is futile.
  • August is vacation month; nationwide business slows from 1–31 August and many SMBs close entirely the second and third weeks.
  • Spanish mobile numbers are 9 digits starting with 6 or 7; landlines also 9 digits starting with 8 or 9. There are no separate trunk codes — Madrid '91' is part of the 9-digit local number, not a city prefix.

Calling from Germany

From Germany (CET (UTC+1) / CEST (UTC+2).) the local business window is 8:00–17:00 is common — Germany starts earlier than southern Europe. Friday afternoons are quiet; many offices close 15:00.. Most outbound callers reach a live answer most easily mid-morning local time, before lunch, and again in the late afternoon.

  • Mobile prefixes 015x/016x/017x are real mobiles; 018x is a premium service that can cost callers €0.20+/minute — confirm before dialing.
  • Punctuality on scheduled calls is a hard expectation; calling 1–2 minutes early is normal, late is rude.
Operational facts above are sourced from regulator publications and carrier disclosures; specific rates and routing are confirmed in the live dialer.
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